yk Records

That's Me Michael Eades yk records owner

Established in 2009, yk records is the sole undertaking of Michael Eades. It began as a means to help Uncle Skeleton release his first album, Pancho Chumley; a collection of songs previously planned to sit on a shelf indefinitely.

In the years since that initial release the undertaking has grown and expanded but continues to support artists who may otherwise go unheard. These are albums with a perspective and a voice unto themselves. The roster runs the gamut from blissful pop songs to crass country to tropicalia inspired electronica; a refreshing variety.

Physical releases are intended to be high-quality short-runs of vinyl with memorable packaging, something to marvel over and make artist and fan alike proud to own.

get in touch

Questions? Recommendations? Licensing Inquiries? Unsolicited emails, as long as they're written by a human, are always welcome.

michael@ykrecords.com

get email updates

While not cutting edge, Mailing lists get the job done! No spam, just sporadic updates about releases.

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friends

  • John Baldwin Mastering
    Hands down one of my favorite people AND responsible party for mastering many yk releases.
  • Patrick Damphier
    A yk artist, excellent producer and responsible for many mastering jobs for yk!
  • Nashville Scene
    Weekly rag willing to write up a bit about my undertakings.
  • ThinkIndie
    Distributor founded by the Coalition of Independent Music Stores that carries many yk releases!
  • Ampwall
    A public benefit company building a new music community. Like Bandcamp but actively aware of the hardships of musicians.
  • DRKMTTR
    An all-ages, do-it-together, venue here in Nashville. We aren't in any particular partnership, I just think they deserve support and recognition for their community building.
  • BOSS Construction
    When screenprinting help is needed, Andy is the best man for the job. Always.
  • Jonathan Rogers
    Huge help with video production for a number of yk artists. Also, half of Hotpipes.
  • (version) industries
    Caspar Newbolt is responsible for the Makeup and Vanity Set & You Drive art. A pleasure to work with.
  • VNYL
    Vinyl subscription service that, occasionally, distributes yk records.
  • Theory 8 Records
    Now defunct but this was a fellow Nashville label filled with quality releases. A roster to admire and an inspiration here.
  • Catbird Records
    Now defunct but served as the inspiration and base model for my activities here.

vinyl pressing

We've had vinyl pressed at a number of wonderful manufacturing plants. If you're looking to do the same, reach out to some of these fine folks.

  • Physical Music Products
    Vinyl pressing plant out of Smyrna, TN that pressed The Mahaffey Sessions 1999 and several more. Great to work with.
  • Precision Recording Pressing
    Canadian vinyl plant that often has great deals and always friendly folks.
  • Pirates Press
    SF outfit responsible for many records in the catalog. I stand by their work.
  • United Record Pressing
    OG Nashville, TN vinyl plant responsible for a number of early yk records.
  • Gotta Groove Records
    Cleveland, OH vinyl plant that did a handful of early yk records. Loved the experience.

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